Do you often take the opportunity to tell your friends and neighbors how grateful you are, and that you “take note” of how much they do for you? Christmas is the perfect occasion for gratitude and recognition, and this is the perfect avenue.

Everyone can use a cute note pad. I got mine at a craft store for a dollar, AND it has a magnet on the back (added plus). Remove the cellophane and personalize it by being the first one to leave a note for your friend.

Amy is keeping it real enjoying ( mostly :) ) four kids, one husband and a busy life. She does a bit of everything but LOVES knitting, cooking global cuisine, every BBC period piece, and (as a mom of 3 adopted kids) adoption!
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December 22nd, 2012 at 8:27 pmamy g. says:You're right! Everyone can use a note pad, not to mention reading some nice things about themselves on the first page. I did this for my neighbors this year and it was really fun to think about all of the things I love about them.

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